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Memoire Intense

Zara Memoire Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Memoire Intense opens with Bitter Orange and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Rose and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cashmere Wood, and Cedar. Zara's Memoire Intense carries a Favourite verdict, a rose-led wear.

This one's a divisive marvel, a clean citrus-rose with serious legs, but some find it a bit too 'laundry detergent' or even synthetic. Whether it's a classy dupe or a unique gem, its affordability and performance made it a Zara fan favourite - gutted it's discontinued!
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
Memoire Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27%
Floral 31%
Fruity 5%
Green 3%
Sweet 21%
Warm 1%
Woody 23%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Rose
100%
Woody
63%
Citrus
61%
Floral
53%
White Floral
40%

Notes

Top Notes

Bitter Orange 53% Mandarin 47%

Heart Notes

Rose 65% Jasmine 35%

Base Notes

Cashmere Wood 28% Cedar 25% Sandalwood 23% Patchouli 23%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, fresh, and non-offensive profile makes it perfect for office and casual wear. The impressive longevity means it lasts all day, but its moderate sillage keeps it from being too loud for formal settings or dates where a more bold statement might be desired.

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Opens with a zesty, almost jammy bitter orange and mandarin, lending a bright, juicy tartness. This quickly settles into a heart of delicate rose and ethereal jasmine, creating a clean, almost 'laundry fresh' floralcy. The dry down is a smooth, elegant blend of cashmere wood, cedar, sandalwood, and a subtle patchouli, grounding the brightness with a sophisticated woody warmth that lingers beautifully.

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